Article Archives for 2009-06-29

Is the noose tightening around Seminole Casino Immokalee’s blackjack tables, or will they remain in play? With nearly two months remaining before a gaming compact between the Seminole Indians and the state must be inked — an agreement in which blackjack and other Class III card games would be removed from the Immokalee casino — tribal leaders remain silent. Yet, some observers say the deal is ...

Las Vegas mayor losing support for city hall plans

Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman's visions of a revitalized downtown may be in trouble as he loses support for a new city hall.

Mount Airy casino party welcomes owner back

MOUNT POCONO, Pa. (AP) - Hundreds of people gathered at the Mount Airy Casino Resort to welcome owner Louis DeNaples, whose gaming license was restored after county prosecutors dropped perjury charges against him.

Sonic Franchisee Retains Calkain to Aid in Sale-Leasebacks

Calkain Cos. has been engaged by a multi-unit Sonic restaurant franchisee to consult on the development and exit strategy of the new locations under development in Virginia and Maryland.

FYI: June 29, 2009

Gref Sets Sberbank Bad Debt Target

29 June 2009 Combined Reports State-controlled Sberbank will clear the bulk of current bad loan provisions within three to four years, chief executive German Gref said Friday at the bank's annual shareholders meeting.

Feds: homeless recruited to cash checks

Federal authorities say two men in South Carolina recruited homeless men to cash thousands of dollars in checks stolen from Alabama and Mississippi companies.

YOUR SHOW: Rep. Markey and Housing Sec. answer tough questions

KUSA - YOUR SHOW began this week with Rep. Betsy Markey (D-Colorado). The first-term Democrat from the 4th Congressional District answered your questions on a variety of topics including Friday's energy bill (otherwise known as the Cap and Trade bill).

Pa. Mount Airy casino party welcomes owner back

MOUNT POCONO, Pa. (AP) - Mount Airy Casino Resort owner Louis DeNaples is back at the property after having his gaming license restored - which came after county prosecutors dropped perjury charges against him.

Frank Lampard can't get enough of the (semi-naked) sights of Las Vegas

The footballer was snapped craning his neck for a peek at a semi-naked sunbather behind him.

Car dice ends badly for PMB youngsters

FIVE youngsters were injured when a race between two cars tended in an accident on Old Greytown Road early yesterday morning. One of cars, in which four women and a man were racing, struck a palm tree in Old Greytown Road at 4.20 am yesterday and flipped on to the other side of the road.

Hardcore fans left wondering how to fill void left by death

FOR those who appreciated Michael Jackson’s music his death was greeted with sadness, but for the hardcore fans that dedicated their life to following him, the death has been devastating.

Putin’s Crackdown on Casinos Is Putting Russians Out of Jobs

The government is shutting down every legal casino and slot-machine parlor in the country on Wednesday, throwing hundreds of thousands of people out of work.

Happy Birthday Lindsay Lohan!

Hollywood actress Lindsay Lohan celebrated her 23rd birthday with an all day party in Las Vegas on Saturday. The Mean Girls star, who doesn't turn 23 until Tuesday, hosted a bash at Wet Republic at the Mgm Grand Resort Hotel & Casino in the heart of Sin City.

Reynolds wraps up Futures title at Lost Marsh

HAMMOND | All Jean Reynolds had to do was jump seven golfers going into Sunday's final round of the Duramed Futures Tour Horseshoe Casino Classic if she wanted to win.

Massive Cash Jackpots Going WILD at Table Mountain Casino!

All eyes were eagerly watching the Massive Cash Meter at Table Mountain Casino ... and for good reason!

NexHorizon Enters Advertising Agreement With Player's Network

WESTMINSTER -- NexHorizon Communications, Inc. ( www.nexhorizon.us ) today announced it has signed an advertising representation agreement with Player's Network ( www.playersnetwork.info ), a Global Digital Media Network dedicated to Las Vegas Entertainment and Gaming Lifestyle, producing and distributing original content for its own televised network of over 140 million television homes ...

Tabcorp share fund sues top executive

The staff share fund at wagering giant Tabcorp is pursuing its former general counsel and company secretary for more than $1 million in unpaid loans for shares he received as a senior executive.

Casinos getting ready for new games, higher stakes

Five dollars used to be the betting limit in Colorado. On July 2 at 12:01 a.m., that limit will be $100. Also, casinos have the option to be open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. And, casinos can offer new table games, like craps and roulette.

Gambling issue holds up Ohio budget

COLUMBUS - Disagreement over who should approve slot machines at horse tracks - Ohio voters or state legislators - has pushed the General Assembly up against a Tuesday deadline to pass Gov. Ted Strickland's two-year budget or resort to emergency spending for the first time in 18 years.

Reynolds wins again on Duramed Futures Tour

Jean Reynolds only managed a one-over 73 on Sunday, but it was enough for the comeback victory at the Horseshoe Casino Classic at Lost Marsh Golf Course.

Lohan's birthday party in Vegas

Actress Lindsay Lohan celebrated her 23rd birthday with an all day party in Las Vegas on Saturday. The Mean Girls star, who turns 23 on July 2, hosted a bash at Wet Republic at the MGM Grand Resort Hotel & Casino in the heart of Sin City. The festivities began in the afternoon by the pool and saw Lohan go through five outfit changes before she hit the dance floor in the evening, cavorting to a ...

STEVE MOLITOR BACK IN TITLE CONTENTION

RAMA, ON (Friday, June 26, 2009) – Former IBF Junior Featherweight World Champion, “The Canadian Kid” Steve Molitor (29-1, 11 KO’s) thrust himself back into world title contention with a hard fought 12 round split decision over hardscrabble veteran Heriberto Ruiz (41-8-2, 23 KO’s) in an IBF eliminator Friday night at Casino Rama, in Rama, Ontario.

Sara Wasserman Announces Tour Dates

Sara Wasserman will be performing at a number of select dates next months in support of Solid Ground, her debut album

Lindsay Lohan - Lohans Birthday Party In Vegas

Hollywood actress LINDSAY LOHAN celebrated her 23rd birthday with an all day party in Las Vegas on Saturday (27Jun09).The Mean Girls star, who doesn't turn 23 until...

Her thigh steals the thunder

IT is one of the Chinese music industry's biggest nights.

We’ll have transition president–Puno

The moves to amend the Constitution will gain momentum under the next administration with the country’s next president expected to play a transition role.

Voters urged: Identify green issues in polls

Food security, climate change and poverty and its significance to coastal resource management should be considered by voters in next year's election, said US Ambassador Kristie Kenney yesterday.

Eastern Connecticut casinos offer bargains in hopes of attracting tourists

In the past, summer marked a high time for tourism in Connecticut. No need to cut room rates. No reason to offer dinner specials. Not so this summer.

Malls brace for parking deluge when new transit service begins

Malls along the Canada Line are bracing themselves for a flood of commuter parking in their lots this September.

Exiled to Russia’s Far Reaches: Casinos and Jobs

The government is shutting down every legal casino and slot-machine parlor in the country on Wednesday, throwing hundreds of thousands of people out of work.

Some fear casino deal about to fall through

The Mashpee Wampanoag tribe says the planned casino is still a go, but some folks in Middleboro believe they’ve heard the death knell for the gambling facility.

Colorado casinos change rules

Faced with declining revenues, casinos are banking on rule changes that kick in Thursday to boost their take

Bandits Split Double-Header

The Quad Cities River Bandits and Kane County Cougars traded wins and split a doubleheader on a beautiful Sunday afternoon at Modern Woodmen Park, as the Bandits exploded offensively to a 10-2 win in the opener before dropping the nightcap, 8-2.

Director documents hard times for traders

"Floored" is more about struggling to make a living than derring-do in the pits It started three years ago as a film project aimed at capturing the thrill of Chicago's open-outcry trading floors before they disappeared.

Hard Rock Hotel and Casino planned in northwest Hungary, near 3 capitals

Hard Rock International and two Austrian firms say they will develop a Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in northwest Hungary, near the border with Austria and Slovakia. Hard Rock Chairman Jim Allen said the resort is expected to open in early 2012 in the town of Bezenye, about 99 miles from Budapest; 50 miles from Vienna; and 19 miles from Slovakia’s capital, Bratislava. "The site has a tremendous ...

REGION: Disabled woman says casino bus service is lacking

A disabled Escondido resident says a local American Indian tribe effectively denied her access to its casino because the buses it uses are not wheelchair-accessible.

Man preps others for game of craps' debut

Denis Kellam is a craps evangelist. To him, the complicated dice game is the best way to spend an hour in the casino - or away from the casino: Kellam built his own scaled-down craps table, which he takes to local bars for craps nights (without wagering real money, naturally).

It's good to be the chicken wing king

Wishing the few clouds in the sky would roll past the sun so the beads of sweat rolling down your neck could cool, you take another nibble.

Ten Things About Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen That Didn't Make Any Sense

Warning: This article contains heavy Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen spoilers. If you're still planning on seeing the film then you should transform right on out of here. We don't want to ruin what is certain to be an interesting experience for you.

The Matt Millen of poker sees a world title within reach

LAS VEGAS - BY DAY, I talk poker; by night, I play poker. This came as quite a surprise to Toni - a.k.a. She Is The One (And Then Some) - who assumed I just impersonated a poker player on TV to allow us to eat at Outback Steakhouse once a month.At the mome...

Milenio Real Estate Group to Attend the Americas Real Estate ExpoIII

Providence, RI - Milenio Real Estate Group a real estate brokerage firm domiciled in the state of Rhode Island announced that it’ll be attending the Americas Real Estate ExpoIII, taking place in the Dominican Fiesta Hotel & Casino, Santo Domingo the Dominican Republic, July 1-4, 2009.

Bondholders of troubled tribal casinos face unique challenges

Even troubled casinos such as the Inn of the Mountain Gods, which has defaulted on its bonds, will most likely continue operating, says Megan Neuberger, an analyst with Fitch Ratings. That’s because the usual remedies for bondholders after defaults do not apply on tribal properties. Bondholders can’t take an ownership interest in the land or the casino, because they’re in federal trust. They can ...

Tribal casinos work to improve their odds amid gaming slowdown

The crab legs are back.

Black Hills rises to occasion on closing day

FARMINGTON — When trainer Bart Hone was preparing Black Hills for a New Mexico campaign, the Florida-bred gelding wasn't a star on paper.

Vartanian remains in county jail

Fresno businessman Krikor "Kirk" Vartanian remained in Fresno County Jail Sunday in lieu of $421,000 bail after he was booked on suspicion of domestic violence, assault with a deadly weapon and false imprisonment.

Local briefs: Fresno gunfire leaves one dead, another injured

One man was killed and a youngster was injured early Sunday when gunfire broke out at a northeast Fresno apartment complex, police reported.

Health watch: Couple donate bloodto military cross-country

Couple donate bloodto military cross-country - EL PASO -- A couple will stop at Fort Bliss on Tuesday as part of their cross-country trip to donate blood directly to the military's blood program.

Casino deal loses its luster

MIDDLEBORO — A selectman held a public meeting. A casino was on the agenda. Six people showed up.

New York Times: Casinos and jobs exiled to Russia’s far reaches

Moscow's Corono casino and all others in Russia must relocate to remote regions, after a July 1 ban takes effect. Clifford J. Levy writes: One of the largest mass layoffs in recent Russian history is to occur on Wednesday, and the Kremlin itself is decreeing it, economic crisis or not.

CryptoLogic Signs Games Deal With UK's Victor Chandler Group

At least ten online slot games to be featured on British gaming legend's popular site

Lenox 301 Notebook: Logano listened to the right weather report

LOUDON - Weather came to NHMS and ended the race with the teenager in the lead.

(AFX UK Focus) 2009-06-29 06:20 PRESS DIGEST - New York Times business news - June 29

June 29 (Reuters) - The following were the top stories in the New York Times business pages on Monday. Reuters has not verified these stories and does not vouch for their accuracy. * Agents trying to persuade mortgage companies to lower payments for homeowners who can no longer afford their loans are becoming increasingly frustrated at the futility of their pursuit. * As Bernard Madoff prepares ...

Mount Airy owner welcomed back

MOUNT POCONO — Hundreds of people gathered at the Mount Airy Casino Resort to welcome owner Louis DeNaples, whose gaming license was restored after county prosecutors dropped perjury charges against him.

Keep your driver in the bag at Rosewood Lakes

Editor’s Note — The Sparks Tribune is featuring a weekly golf page throughout the summer. It will appear in Thursday editions. The golf page will take a closer look at a course in the area, likely Sparks-Reno-Carson City.

Lindsay Lohan's birthday party in Vegas

Hollywood actress Lindsay Lohan celebrated her 23rd birthday with an all day party in Las Vegas on Saturday.

ATL dancers on the road with Beyoncé

It's hard not to notice Saidah Fishenden and Kimberly Gipson. The defined biceps, streamlined physiques and the way they seem to float rather than walk — even in four-inch heels — have a way of attracting attention.

Corona-based pilots fly supplies to poor American Indians

Retired blimp pilot Nick Nicolary eases a Cessna down on a gravel landing strip at an American Indian reservation in Arizona. He and two others in a second plane who also flew in from Corona are met by a pastor in black who helps unload the trash bags full of donated clothes, boxes of Christian literature and dried staples such as rice and corn from the planes into the back of a waiting pickup. ...

Parker boxers slug it out in smoker

The Parker-based Duckeyboy Boxing Club hosted its third annual smoker, “Showdown on the River,” Saturday at the BlueWater Resort & Casino. A total of 30 boxers participated in 15 bouts in the BlueWater’s bingo room. Youth boxing clubs from Arizona, California and Nevada participated.

DA sees pattern in Magashule claims

THE Democratic Alliance (DA) has called on President Jacob Zuma to investigate claims against Free State Premier Ace Magashule, saying that the allegations were starting to form a pattern.

HarQen scores with resume service

With unemployment rates reaching their highest level in decades, one Milwaukee startup is scoring initial success selling a service that helps employers screen the deluge of applicants for job openings.

Block Island to New Bedford fast-ferry plan blocked

06/27/09 - Viking Fleet’s expansive plan to knit Montauk, Block Island, New Bedford and Martha’s Vineyard together with fast-ferry service crashed into a federal court decision last week. The court...

At Legacy Place, an education in development

As a group of MIT graduate students toured Legacy Place last week, one asked Robert Frazier, the vice president of W/S Development Associates, how much of a project needs to be leased before you can get a construction loan.

News flashes - June 29, 2009

The body of a newborn baby girl had been found at the Bronville dumping site in the Free State, police said yesterday. Sergeant Malebo Khosana said a woman who discovered the body on Saturday said she had found it inside a black municipal bag. The body was taken to the Welkom state mortuary.

Monday June 29, 2009 - 00:08 EST

Is This a Penny Machine or a Quarter Machine? I just returned from Tunica and have a question regarding some of the new machines. These slots call themselves penny slots but the smallest bet they take is a quarter.

Northeast Ohio's Thistledown race track may or may not have a future

It remains an open question as to whether turning Thistledown into a "Racino" by adding slots or other casino style gambling would save the track, and horse racing in Ohio WKSU's Tim Rudell reports.

Florida travelers take Coast for a spin

Delta Airlines had its best month on record in May despite the economy and Coast tourism officials are getting creative to bring many more visitors to South Mississippi.

AGNOSTIC FRONT - auf Europatournee

Die New York Hardcore-Veteranen AGNOSTIC FRONT werden ab Ende Juli wieder auf Europa-Tour gehen. Neben vielen Festivalauftritten stehen auch mehrere Clubshows auf dem Programm. Hier alle Live-Termine von AGNOSTIC FRONT: 31.07. Kopenhagen - The Rock (DK) 01.08. Emmaboda - Emmaboda Festival (S) 02.08. Flensburg - Roxy (D) 03.08. Braunschweig - B58 (D) 04.08. Paris - Le Nouveau Casino (F) 05.08. ...

BusinessWise briefs: Taxes and casinos

This week, our experts answer questions on taxes and casino winnings/losses, retirement accounts and the recession and insurance on rental cars.

Laughlin board to meet Tuesday

LAUGHLIN - The Town Advisory Board will meet Tuesday to swear in its fifth member, Candice Fitzgerald, and thus reach full strength for the first time during its two-year term, which began in early January.

Exiled by Russia: Casinos and Jobs

The government is shutting down every legal casino and slot-machine parlor in the country on Wednesday, throwing hundreds of thousands of people out of work.

McQUADE WOMEN: Moritz goes back-to-back

So, Dre Brunskill can crush a slowpitch softball too.

Jackson 'not just any celebrity'

GARY -- Fans of Michael Jackson come from all over the world to remember the music legend, but some local residents had personal stories of their encounter with Jackson during his visit home June 11, 2003. Chelsea Whittington, corporate communications manager for Johnson Publishing Co. in Chicago where Ebony and Jet magazines were founded, got the chance to introduce Jackson to a standing room ...

Lost Marsh windy for final round

Lost Marsh had a personality change between Saturday and Sunday. After two basically wind free rounds, the course was as tough as an alley cat. Jean Reynolds, who is so small that she looks like she could easily topple in the gusts that reached up to 40 mph, was the last person standing. Reynolds shot perhaps the best 1-over-par round of 73 in her life and finished with a total of 3-under to win ...

Par on last hole not enough for Cho

HAMMOND -- Misun Cho was hanging in there until the very last hole, which she miraculously managed to par. The final hole, a 445-yard par four, was playing straight into the wind. Most players made bogey or worse there. Cho, the second-round leader in the Horseshoe Casino Classic, just didn't make enough good putts early in the day to hold onto her two-stroke lead. She finished with a 79 ...

Lower blackjack minimum may not be deal for players

You’ve seen bargain-basement hotel rates and coupons for meals, show tickets and retail purchases — even volume discounts on bottle service in nightclubs and lounges.

Pilot, wife provide eyes in the sky

When Bill Ross was forced into early retirement from his job at General Motors Corp., he had a back-up plan waiting in the wings. Literally.

South Africa: DA Sees Pattern in Magashule Claims

Johannesburg — THE Democratic Alliance (DA) has called on President Jacob Zuma to investigate claims against Free State Premier Ace Magashule, saying that the allegations were starting to form a pattern.

ZZ Top, Pretenders tickets go on sale today for The Show at Agua Caliente casino

Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa in Rancho Mirage begins selling tickets for several upcoming concerts at The Show at 10 a.m. today.

Rock Star Chef: Art Smith

The Oprah-endorsed culinary wizard makes an appearance at the Venue, the Horseshoe Casino's high-profile ampitheater.

Hospitality workers honored

About 300 people connected to Palm Springs' hotels, restaurants and vacation rentals gathered Sunday to honor the city's top hospitality workers at the ninth annual Best of the Best Golden Palm Awards ceremony at the Palm Springs Convention Center.

Online Casino Players Summer Holiday

While people around the world plan their summer vacation, Microgaming has other summer plans for online casino players. Summer Holiday is one of four new slot games introduced by the software giant.

Hard Rock International to Open 12 Cafes in Emerging Markets

June 29 (Bloomberg) -- Hard Rock International Inc., the owner of the rock ‘n’ roll-themed restaurants, casinos and hotels, said it will add about 12 cafes this year, mainly in Eastern Europe, Asia and South America.

Wheelchair gunman killed

A wheelchair-bound gunman, thought to be drunk, has been shot dead by police in NZ.

Jockey Sellers resumes career

OPELOUSAS -Jockey Shane Seller has announced his comeback after a more than 4 _ year retirement due to a severe knee injury.

Youth spirit makes it happen

A dose of community spirit, spurred by a larger measure of youthful enthusiasm, will bear fruit this fall with the construction of a municipal skateboard park.

Bahraini developer to build home for elderly

Bahraini developer Diyar Al Muharraq has volunteered to build a new home for the elderly in Muharraq, as well as redeveloping one of Muharraq's best known public parks and create a string of shops, the income from which will help meet the running costs of the home.

Michael Jackson - Thriller Named Jacksons Best Song

MICHAEL JACKSON fans have named THRILLER his best ever track, in a poll following his shock death.Devotees flocked to AOL Radio to listen to the King of Pop's greatest...

Michael Jackson - Boxer Ortiz Pays Tribute To Jackson

Boxer VICTOR ORTIZ joined the celebrities paying tribute to MICHAEL JACKSON at the weekend (27Jun09) when he chose to enter the ring for his super lightweight championship...

EDITORIAL: The Californian Roses and raspberries

The 'All Hail the King' award A rose to Donny Edwards for taking first place in the "Ultimate Elvis" competition at the Pechanga Resort & Casino.

Park's success impacts Village parking

The wild success of the Neptune Park FunZone has brought with it a less welcome consequence: there's nowhere to park in the Village area of St. Simons Island.

Court decision raises questions about tribal land

A Supreme Court ruling in a Rhode Island case raises questions over land held in trust for some Indian nations.

After 14th title, Perry six short of goal

CROMWELL, Conn. — Kenny Perry has set a goal of winning 20 times before he leaves the PGA Tour.

Forgotten Elen already Frank? Lampard risks neck injury taking in sights in Sin City

Murray bets on gambling for Lake Erie tourist area

SANDUSKY State Rep. Dennis Murray Jr., D-Sandusky, thinks it's a safe bet casino gambling will soon be legal in Ohio.

On the road with Beyonce

It's hard not to notice Saidah Fishenden and Kimberly Gipson. The defined biceps, streamlined physiques and the way they seem to float rather than walk —- even in four-inch heels —- have a way of attracting attention.

El Dorado County lets its light shine in TV series

El Dorado County is tapping the star quality of local residents and entrepreneurs in a bid to draw worldwide attention to its natural, historical and cultural riches.

Taste The Best of the Northwest at Kirkland Uncorked

The three-day Eastside event brings culinary geniuses together for a food filled weekend

mobileStorm Publishes Comprehensive Guide to Common Short Codes

Today mobileStorm Inc. published a comprehensive guide for the mobile marketer entitled, "The Ultimate Guide to Common Short Codes." Written by mobile evangelist and mobileStorm CEO Jared Reitzin, the guide focuses on acquiring and using short codes to market products and services.

Ohio Lawmakers Face Budget Deadline

Lawmakers trying to balance the state's $54 billion budget have just two days to agree on ways to fill a large deficit.

Thief makes off with cash at Mount Airy casino

Police are looking for a thief who took a $100 credit accidentally left on a slot machine Sunday.

Hard Rock plans casino in Hungary

Hard Rock International has announced plans for a hotel and casino in Hungary.

Making the Trek to Riverside’s annual gathering

Roughly 15,000 voyagers descended upon Trek Fest this past weekend, journeying from around the planet — perhaps to explore the strange, new world of Riverside and to seek out the unprecedented life forms and civilizations there, just south of Iowa City.

Director documents tough timde for traders

"Floored," a documentary about Chicago's open outcry traders, conveys a message different than what filmmaker James Allen Smith intended at the outset: The music is more somber, the lighting darker and the stories less about derring-do in the pits than struggling to make a living.

City's champions of cheer

Edmonton's Victoria School coed Cheer Team has won the National Cheerleaders Association USA Summer Camp trophy so many times the camp had to change the name of the prize from the All-American Award to the Top Team Award.

APEH to accept registrations for phone tax services from July 1

Hungarian tax office APEH will start accepting registrations from taxpayers that wish to avail of a new telephone service from July 1, deputy head Hajnalka Gábor Mogyorósi said at a press conference on Monday.

New Hollywood Casino Opens Monday

The new Hollywood Casino boat is much larger than the old Argosy Casino, with room for up to 8,000 guests.

Miss Hawaii went from UH volleyball to pageant crown

Raeceen Woolford, a former University of Hawaiçi Rainbow Wahine volleyball player who was crowned Miss Hawaiçi on Saturday, said yesterday that sports and pageants are not that far apart.

Former UH Wahine crowned Miss Hawaii

Raeceen Woolford, a former University of Hawai'i Rainbow Wahine volleyball player who was crowned Miss Hawaii during the weekend, said yesterday that sports and pageants are not that far apart. "They both required discipline, leadership, teamwork and being able to handle responsibility," said Woolford, 24. "It all felt familiar to me. ... I endeavored to get out of my comfort zone and saw ...

Gambling Debate Kicks Off At State House

A new round of public debate about allowing casinos in Massachusetts kicks off at the State House on Monday.

Book of Norman: Analyst puts his poker game face on

Isaac Brekken | Associated PressPeter Eastgate of Denmark hauled in more than $9 million for winning the World Series of Poker championship last year. Later this week, between 5,000 and 10,000 people will take a shot at the Main Event...

Clock ticks as Ohio lawmakers face budget deadline

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - Lawmakers trying to balance the state's $54 billion budget have just two days to agree on ways to fill a large deficit. Ohio's constitution requires the 2-year spending plan to be balanced by the time it is enacted Wednesday, the beginning of the state's new business year.

PERSPECTIVE: Governor eyes gambling for budget fix

COLUMBUS (AP) -- Gov. Ted Strickland stared down the barrel of even more painful cuts to state programs, and he decided that reversing himself on gambling would be the least painful option at his disposal.The devastated economy that left the state starved...

Daily Headline News for June 29, 2009

Digest of headline news as of 3:45 p.m. on June 29 BUSINESS AND FINANCE *** GOVT FACES DECISIONS TO MOBILIZE ADDITIONAL REVENUE - PUTIN The Russian government will have to make decisions to mobilize additional revenue in order to reduce the budget deficit, but at the same time it must leave the economy with sufficient resources for recovery and subsequent growth, Prime Minister Vladimir Putin ...

Casino funds appropriated

LITTLE VALLEY--The Cattaraugus County Legislature has appropriated funds from its casino revenue account to help increase public exposure to area attractions and to assist the Town of Allegany in bringing utilities to a development sight.

Things will be smoking at Summit

WHEATFIELD -- The grills will be fired up and the sauce recipes refined as the “Smokin' Eagles International BBQ Festival” makes its second annual visit to The Summit mall this summer.

NOPD investigating Central City murder

NEW ORLEANS ― A violent weekend continued late Sunday night when another man was murdered in Central City. New Orleans Police investigating the death of a 21-year-old man who was shot multiple times in the 2000 block of Baronne Street.

Casino collector awaits rule changes

DENVER - Decks of cards line the entrance hall. Tokens decorate the kitchen ceiling. It's safe to say Gary Johnson's Denver home is like no other.

David Gest - Gest To Sue Over Jackson Auction Row

DAVID GEST is set to sue a Los Angeles auction house - after bosses held a sale of MICHAEL JACKSON memorabilia the day after his death.Julien's Auctions offered up 21...

Casino, slot machine parlor signs to be gone from Moscow streets by July1

MOSCOW. June 29 (Interfax) - Signs of casinos and slot machine parlors will be removed from Moscow streets by Wednesday, Moscow Vice- Mayor Sergei Baidakov told representatives of the gaming business on Monday. The signs must be removed by 11:00 p.m. on June 30, Baidakov said.

Crowne Plaza moves into Portugal - first Crowne Plaza will be in Vilamoura in the Algarve

The Crowne Plaza Vilamoura, set to open in January 2010, will be the first Crowne Plaza hotel in Portugal. The historic deal is the first franchise agreement between IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) and the Grupo Marope, a Portuguese property and hotel owning company. The hotel will create more than 200 jobs when it opens.

Elixir Gaming Provides Update on Ramp of Operations in Philippines Market

HONG KONG----Elixir Gaming Technologies, Inc. , a provider of gaming technology solutions to the Pan-Asian gaming industry, today provided an update on the expansion of its electronic gaming machine operations in the Philippines market.

Multimedia Games' First Community Gaming Product Installed at Oklahoma's Largest Gaming Venue

AUSTIN, Texas----Marking the commercial launch of its Community Gaming series, Multimedia Games, Inc. announced today the first installations of Sport of Kings at the Chickasaw Nation's WinStar World Casino in Oklahoma.

Heckmann Corporation Added to the Russell 3000 and Russell Global Indexes

PALM DESERT, Calif.----Heckmann Corporation of Palm Desert, California today announced that the Company has been added to both the Russell 3000® Index and the Russell Global Index, as published by Russell Investments after the stock market close of June 26, 2009.

Blackpool and The Fylde College

a new era of connectivity and location Business Editors

(AP:CAMBRIDGE, UK & SAN JOSE, Calif.--) (BUSINESS WIRE) _ Jun. 29, 2009--CSR plc (LSE:CSR): CSR plc ('CSR') and SiRF Technology Holdings Inc, ('SiRF') on Friday 26 June completed the merger between SiRF and a wholly owned subsidiary of CSR, creating a leading pure play provider of connectivity and location platforms and a company with the scale, technology and strategy to enable its customers to ...

Museum lands $3.3 M grant

After several years of lobbying, the Buffalo Transportation/Pierce-Arrow Museum has landed a $3.3 million state grant that’s considered crucial towards the development of its expansion.

Edgewood Companies plans upscale hotel at golf course

RENO — Edgewood Companies continues to pursue its plans to construct a 205-room upscale lodge at its Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course in South Lake Tahoe, Calif.

NFC South preview: Football's best division?

After two somewhat down years, the South produced three winning teams, two wild-card playoff teams, and an overall record of 40-24 that was better than any of the other seven divisions last season. And New Orleans, the division bottom-feeder at 8-8, ...

Will Seminoles balk at pulling blackjack?

Is the noose tightening around Seminole Casino Immokalee’s blackjack tables, or will they remain in play?

Kirk Vartanian Arrested

The District Attorney will decide this week whether to file charges against a Fresno businessman accused of beating a woman over a watch. Police arrested Kirk Vartanian Friday night. They say he held a knife to a woman's neck during a dispute in a northeast Fresno home. The woman says Vartanian demanded she return a $135,000 watch to him. Vartanian is the owner of the new edge nightclub at ...

Russia’s casinos to close, thousands lose jobs

MOSCOW, June 29 — Russia’s plan to close gaming halls, from gaudy casinos crowned by extravagant neon structures to dingy dwellings containing a handful of slot machines, could turf a third of a million people out of work this week. “I’ve got 800 staff looking at me every day for inspiration and hope,” said Clive Tilley, who runs the 70-tabled Casino de Paris, Moscow’s largest gaming complex ...

$336 million casino opens on Ohio River

Hollywood Casino holds opening ceremonies as it replaces the 13-year-old Argosy Casino.

Mass. reconsiders casino gambling amid recession

BOSTON (AP) Casino gambling is back on the table in Massachusetts.

Red Hawk Casino Announces Entertainment Schedule for the Month of July

SACRAMENTO, CA--(Marketwire - June 29, 2009) - Red Hawk Casino is pleased to announce its entertainment calendar for the month of July, featuring live performances by local and regional acts playing a variety of music including, Top 40, Classic Rock, Country, Blues and R&B. Concerts are free and open to the public. "Our nightly live concerts have been very popular with our players as well as ...

New $336 million casino boat opens in southern Indiana

LAWRENCEBURG, Ind. (AP) — Opening ceremonies are being held today for a new $336 million casino boat in southeastern Indiana.

Red Hawk Casino Announces New Lucky 8 Lunch at Wai Sushi and Seafood

All Menu Plates Only $8

MOHAWK VALLEY PEOPLE ON THE MOVE 06/29/2009

Jeffrey L. Carey has joined the FSS Group LLC as a computer technician. Carey brings 14 years experience in computer and printer troubleshooting and repair support for all major brands of equipment.

Monday June 29, 2009 - 11:24 EST

PHOENIX, Arizona -- As reported by The Arizona Republic: "The leader of the Tohono O'odham Nation is calling a new tactic by the City of Glendale to block his tribe from building a casino in Glendale 'desperate.'

Monday June 29, 2009 - 11:23 EST

LONDON, England -- (PRESS RELEASE) -- The final table of the $50,000 World Championship H.O.R.S.E, the event widely regarded by the purists as the true benchmark of the world's most complete poker player, is set to get underway this Tuesday at 21:00 GMT, and will be broadcast around the globe live and exclusively at http://wsop.pkr.com – PKR.com's very own WSOP micro-site.

New $336M Casino Opens On Ohio River In S. Indiana

LAWRENCEBURG, Ind. (AP) - Opening ceremonies are being held Monday for a new $336 million casino boat in southeastern Indiana. The new Hollywood Casino on the Ohio River at Lawrenceburg opened up to its first gamblers on Thursday, replacing the 13-year-old Argosy Casino.

Millionaire party a hit

Sunday’s Las Vegas-themed party hosted by the Freeland Athletic Association proved to be an event that just keeps getting better.

Katopodis witness: Casino trips were on business

The Mayor of Meridian, Mississippi testified Monday morning that he met John Katopodis at a casino for business.

Country Night For the Top 20 Idols This Week

At Wheeling Island Hotel, Casino, Racetrack.

New Hollywood Casino Opens Today

The new Hollywood Casino boat is much larger than the old Argosy Casino, with room for up to 8,000 guests.

MA reconsiders casino gambling

BOSTON - Casino gambling is back on the table in Massachusetts. Lawmakers held a public hearing Monday to discuss the possibility of expanded gambling.

Chase suspect in Freeborn County jail

The man who allegedly led authorities on a high-speed chase last weekend from Worth County into Freeborn County south of Twin Lakes is in the Freeborn County jail awaiting extradition to Iowa.

Scientific Games may benefit from NFL decision

(AP:NEW YORK) Casino-equipment maker Scientific Games Corp. should benefit from the National Football League's recent vote to allow teams to sign license deals with state lotteries for instant tickets, an analyst said Monday.

Smart Live Casino Launches Live-Dealer Online Baccarat Casino Tables

Smart Live Casino, the online casino regulated by the UK Gambling Commission has announced the launch of the latest product to be added to their suite of live-dealer casino games. Smart Live has built a reputation of delivering trusted casino gaming through live-dealer action where results are broadcast in real-time both online via their website and on SKY TV.

Edgewood officials discuss Tahoe plans

Edgewood Companies continues to pursue its plans to construct a 205-room upscale lodge at its Edgewood Golf Course in South Lake Tahoe.

Monday June 29, 2009 - 10:53 EST

LAS VEGAS, Nevada -- (PRESS RELEASE) -- Wynn Las Vegas has recently made changes to their No Limit Hold 'em tournaments. All tournaments will be taking place at the Poker Room located inside the Wynn Las Vegas.

The rise and fall of BridgePoint

Ray Saunders built the world’s largest lunar clock for BridgePoint Market. It’s now locked away in a storage container. others also read...

Hollywood Casino Lawrenceburg Puts Tri-State Players in the Spotlight with New Name, New Boat and New Gaming Experience

LAWRENCEBURG, Indi. & WYOMISSING, Penn.----The curtain lifts on a new gaming experience today in Lawrenceburg as the former Argosy Casino Hotel owned by Penn National Gaming, Inc. unveils a new $336 million casino boat and becomes Hollywood Casino Lawrenceburg.

'Plus-size' reality shows make bows

LOS ANGELES, June 29 (UPI) -- Three U.S. reality shows featuring overweight people are set to debut or return to the airwaves in the next few weeks, USA Today reported Monday.

OBIT: Fred Travalena, 66, "Man of a Thousand Voices" impressionist

Impressionist Fred Travalena, a regular in Vegas showrooms and on late-night talk shows with his takes on presidents, crooners and screen stars, has died. He was 66. FREE Sparklers! STARR FIREWORKS - Ends Jul 4, 2009

Monday June 29, 2009 - 10:23 EST

COLUMBUS, Ohio -- As reported by the Toledo Blade: "Gambling is suddenly on a roll in Ohio.

Madame Tussauds displays Jackson figure

Madame Tussauds Las Vegas has placed its Michael Jackson figure in front of the wax museum to let fans and tourists pay tribute to the late singer. A small crowd gathered yesterday around the lifelike recreation of a '90s-era Jackson.

Kremlin Shuts Down All Casinos In Russia

The government is shutting down every last legal casino and slot-machine parlor across the land, under an antivice plan promoted by Vladimir V. Putin that just a few months ago was widely perceived as far-fetched. But the result will be hundreds of thousands of people thrown out of work.

Luck of the draw

A dealer hands out cards at the Sixth Annual Rainbow Room Casino Night and Luau, which was held Saturday at Mountain Valley Country Club. Profits benefit the Johnson County Rainbow Room.

Mine That Bird has easy work at Churchill

Kentucky Derby winner Mine That Bird worked out Monday morning at Churchill Downs, covering an easy half mile in 51 seconds under jockey Calvin Borel.

Beaufurns Sleek LOUA-39 Lounge Chair Withstands High Traffic with Class

Beaufurn’s new LOUA-39 Lounge Chair is a classy chair built with durability in mind. This sleek new chair can be upholstered in any fabric and is up for the challenge of shopping malls, dorm rooms, and any space where there is high traffic and activity.

NuView Systems Inc. Announces Move to New Corporate Offices

Expansion Reflects Significant Growth Over the Past Three Years

New Riverboat Casino Nation's Largest, Owner Says

Opening ceremonies are being held for a new $336 million casino boat.

Russian roulette, anyone? Putin closes down casinos

One of the largest mass lay-offs in recent Russian history will occur tomorrow, and the Kremlin itself is decreeing it.

PERSPECTIVE: Ohio gov eyes gambling for budget fix

(AP:COLUMBUS, Ohio) Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland stared down the barrel of even more painful cuts to state programs, and he decided that reversing himself on gambling would be the least painful option at his disposal.

Summerfest Day 5: George Strait

Country music aficionados refer to George Strait as "The King of Country" and "a living legend." It's hard to argue. In more than 30 years of recording on MCA Records, Strait has dominated the country charts. He's sold more than 73 million recordings, with 32 platinum and 35 gold albums. His overall certification numbers rank third among all musicians, behind Elvis Presley and The Beatles. He ...

Lady Luck Casino is Black Hawk's Newest Gaming Experience

At 8 a.m. today, Isle of Capri Casinos Inc. opened the doors to Black Hawk's newest casino -- Lady Luck Casino. Formerly known as Colorado Central Station, Lady Luck Casino is located at 340 Main St.

StubHub President to Deliver Keynote Address at Ticket Summit 2009 Vegas

Chris Tsakalakis Speaks on the Future of Ticketing on July 16th

Ohio lawmakers agree to pass interim budget

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - Ohio's budget will not meet its deadline for the first time in almost two decades.

Gamblers place last bets in most of Russia's casinos, slot halls ahead of new restrictions

MOSCOW (AP) -- Russian gamblers are placing their final bets before casinos close down for good in Moscow and other big cities. A new law that comes into effect Wednesday says gambling must now be confined to four far-flung special zones.

Monday June 29, 2009 - 14:53 EST

LONDON, England -- (PRESS RELEASE) -- Smart Live Casino, the online casino regulated by the UK Gambling Commission has announced the launch of the latest product to be added to their suite of live-dealer casino games.

Men 'steal' Italian shoes

Six men appeared in the Belfast Magistrate's Court on Monday for allegedly hijacking a truck full of Italian shoes worth R600 000, Mpumalanga police said.

Coakley warns MA must strengthen laws before expanding gambling

Attorney General Martha Coakley says Massachusetts must strengthen its investigatory and regulatory laws before going ahead with any plans to expand gambling. The state's chief law enforcement officer says money laundering, wiretapping and criminal conspiracy laws need to be updated to police any additional gambling ventures.

Toronto Indy gets a Kiss

The original God of Thunder will be on hand at the upcoming Honda Indy Toronto. Gene Simmons, bassist/vocalist for classic rock stalwarts Kiss, has been named grand marshal for the July 12 race, organizers announced Monday.

Monday June 29, 2009 - 14:38 EST

LAS VEGAS, Nevada -- Riviera Holding Corp. announced that trading of its common stock on the New York Stock Exchange was suspended today.

Prairie Island Police Department implements cutting edge communications systems

WELCH, Minn. – The Prairie Island Indian Community’s Public Safety Department unveiled and implemented its enhanced mobile data computer and record management system June 10.

Gene Simmons to marshal T.O. Indy

The original God of Thunder will be on hand at the upcoming Honda Indy Toronto.

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Monday June 29, 2009 - 14:08 EST

CARSON CITY, Nevada – The Nevada Supreme Court has ruled the MGM Mirage and another Las Vegas company have the right to recover hundreds of thousands of dollars from a state insurance pool.

Gene Simmons named grand marshal for T.O. Indy

Gene Simmons, bassist/vocalist for classic rock stalwarts Kiss, has been named grand marshal for the July 12 race, organizers announced Monday.

DP Planning Land Uses Near Casino Site

Des Plaines officials are not only sharpening their focus on the planned casino project along River Road north of Devon Avenue, but are also beginning to zero-in on what eventually to do with a large piece of property west of the planned gaming operation.

Simmons named grand marshal for Honda Indy Toronto

Please read the full story on TSN.ca for the latest details

Monday June 29, 2009 - 13:38 EST

LAS VEGAS, Nevada -- Las Vegas Sands has completed its three 55-story hotel towers at Marina Bay Sands in Singapore nearly two weeks ahead of schedule, the company announced today. Sands will formally celebrate the topping off its $5.4 billion resort July 8.

Russian casinos to close in Moscow, other cities

MOSCOW - Russian gamblers are placing their final bets before casinos close down for good in Moscow and other big cities. A new law that comes into effect Wednesday says...

All bets off as Moscow casinos close ahead of July 1 deadline

MOSCOW, June 29 (RIA Novosti) - With a looming July 1 deadline to shut their doors and take down all signs, many Moscow casinos have opted to close early rather than gamble on working right down to the wire.

Mohegan Sun executive killed in weekend traffic accident in Florida

Mohegan - Mohegan Sun officials and staff are mourning the loss of a casino executive killed Sunday in a Florida traffic accident. Details of the Broward County accident that claimed the life of Rocco Santoro, Mohegan Sun’s vice president of table games, were not immediately available today. “He was a good friend of mine, and a great employee,” Jeffrey Hartmann, Mohegan Sun’s executive vice ...

Fire Extinguished At Planet Hollywood Tower

A small construction fire has been extinguished on the 46th floor of a tower being built at the Planet Hollywood resort.

Fred Travalena, Las Vegas comedian, has died; celebrity imitator was known as 'Mr. Everybody'

Impressionist Fred Travalena, a regular in Vegas showrooms and on late-night talk shows with his takes on presidents, crooners and screen stars, has died, his publicist said Monday. He was 66.

Wilco'd!

It's a big week for Wilco. While Chicago's most popular alt-rock band wraps up the Western U.S. leg of their tour and gear up for the East Coast segment, their new self-titled LP sees its official release tomorrow. Of course, you don't have to sit on your hands waiting for the record store to open tomorrow morning to grab your copy. The Hideout , in conjunction with Laurie's Planet of Sound, is ...

Construction fire doused at Las Vegas Strip resort

A fire official says a small construction fire has been extinguished on the 46th floor of a tower being built at a Las Vegas Strip resort.

Honda Debuts New Short-Film Documentary for Corporate Brand Campaign

TORRANCE, Calif.----A new short-film documentary, "Dreams vs. Nightmares," breaks on Mon., June 29 at http://dreams.honda.com, as the latest installment in Honda's "DREAM THE IMPOSSIBLE Documentary Series."

Italian Festival Claims Major Sponsor

The Wheeling Island Casino and Racetrack has decided to sponsor the Upper Ohio Italian Heritage Festival.

International audience gathers for Miller Fest

It was an international audience that gathered for the Glenn Miller Dancin’ on the Plains Festival last weekend.

Lawrenceburg, IN casino expands, has new name

The new Hollywood Casino replaces the Argosy Casino.

Meridian, Miss., mayor testifies about working with nonprofit group John Katopodis created

Mayor John Robert Smith is testifying as a defense witness

Annual BASF Freedom Mile set for July 4

BATON ROUGE – Area runners will lace up their shoes and begin their Fourth of July holiday with a morning run as they compete in the 25th annual BASF Freedom Mile.

Feature: Russia's casinos to close, thousands lose jobs

MOSCOW, June 29 (Reuters) - Russia's plan to close gaming halls, from gaudy casinos crowned by extravagant neon structures to dingy dwellings containing a handful of slot machines, could turf a third of a million people out of work this week.

Massachusetts reconsiders casino gambling amid recession

(AP) -- BOSTON - Casino gambling is back on the table in Massachusetts. Lawmakers held a public hearing Monday to discuss the possibility of expanded gambling.

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Italian Festival Will Have New Look

Its been 27 years since the Upper Ohio Valley Heritage Festival started, but this year the tradition will be alive and well.

News archive for 2009-06-29

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Some believe deal between state, Immokalee casino bound for failure

Las Vegas mayor losing support for city hall plans

Mount Airy casino party welcomes owner back

Sonic Franchisee Retains Calkain to Aid in Sale-Leasebacks

FYI: June 29, 2009

Gref Sets Sberbank Bad Debt Target

Feds: homeless recruited to cash checks

YOUR SHOW: Rep. Markey and Housing Sec. answer tough questions

Pa. Mount Airy casino party welcomes owner back

Frank Lampard can't get enough of the (semi-naked) sights of Las Vegas

Car dice ends badly for PMB youngsters

Hardcore fans left wondering how to fill void left by death

Putin’s Crackdown on Casinos Is Putting Russians Out of Jobs

Happy Birthday Lindsay Lohan!

Reynolds wraps up Futures title at Lost Marsh

Massive Cash Jackpots Going WILD at Table Mountain Casino!

NexHorizon Enters Advertising Agreement With Player's Network

Tabcorp share fund sues top executive

Casinos getting ready for new games, higher stakes

Gambling issue holds up Ohio budget

Reynolds wins again on Duramed Futures Tour

Lohan's birthday party in Vegas

STEVE MOLITOR BACK IN TITLE CONTENTION

Sara Wasserman Announces Tour Dates

Lindsay Lohan - Lohans Birthday Party In Vegas

Her thigh steals the thunder

We’ll have transition president–Puno

Voters urged: Identify green issues in polls

Eastern Connecticut casinos offer bargains in hopes of attracting tourists

Malls brace for parking deluge when new transit service begins

Exiled to Russia’s Far Reaches: Casinos and Jobs

Some fear casino deal about to fall through

Colorado casinos change rules

Bandits Split Double-Header

Director documents hard times for traders

Hard Rock Hotel and Casino planned in northwest Hungary, near 3 capitals

REGION: Disabled woman says casino bus service is lacking

Man preps others for game of craps' debut

It's good to be the chicken wing king

Ten Things About Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen That Didn't Make Any Sense

The Matt Millen of poker sees a world title within reach

Milenio Real Estate Group to Attend the Americas Real Estate ExpoIII

Bondholders of troubled tribal casinos face unique challenges

Tribal casinos work to improve their odds amid gaming slowdown

Black Hills rises to occasion on closing day

Vartanian remains in county jail

Local briefs: Fresno gunfire leaves one dead, another injured

Health watch: Couple donate bloodto military cross-country

Casino deal loses its luster

New York Times: Casinos and jobs exiled to Russia’s far reaches

CryptoLogic Signs Games Deal With UK's Victor Chandler Group

Lenox 301 Notebook: Logano listened to the right weather report

(AFX UK Focus) 2009-06-29 06:20 PRESS DIGEST - New York Times business news - June 29

Mount Airy owner welcomed back

Keep your driver in the bag at Rosewood Lakes

Lindsay Lohan's birthday party in Vegas

ATL dancers on the road with Beyoncé

Corona-based pilots fly supplies to poor American Indians

Parker boxers slug it out in smoker

DA sees pattern in Magashule claims

HarQen scores with resume service

Block Island to New Bedford fast-ferry plan blocked

At Legacy Place, an education in development

News flashes - June 29, 2009

Monday June 29, 2009 - 00:08 EST

Northeast Ohio's Thistledown race track may or may not have a future

Florida travelers take Coast for a spin

AGNOSTIC FRONT - auf Europatournee

BusinessWise briefs: Taxes and casinos

Laughlin board to meet Tuesday

Exiled by Russia: Casinos and Jobs

McQUADE WOMEN: Moritz goes back-to-back

Jackson 'not just any celebrity'

Lost Marsh windy for final round

Par on last hole not enough for Cho

Lower blackjack minimum may not be deal for players

Pilot, wife provide eyes in the sky

South Africa: DA Sees Pattern in Magashule Claims